Refreshing Christmas Gin Cocktail with Honey & Cranberry

This Christmas Gin Cocktail combines tart cranberry and honey for a refreshing holiday drink.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings: 1 cocktail

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1.5 ounces gin choose quality brands like Tanqueray or Sapphire
2 ounces cranberry juice 100% unsweetened
1 ounce orange juice freshly squeezed
0.5 ounces lime juice freshly squeezed

For the Sweetness

0.5 ounces honey simple syrup a natural sweetener
to taste club soda adds fizz; can substitute with ginger ale or lemon-lime soda

For the Finish

frozen cranberries optional, serves as garnish

Equipment

lowball glass

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions for Christmas Gin Cocktail

Combine the gin, cranberry juice, orange juice, lime juice, and honey simple syrup in a lowball glass. Stir gently for 10-15 seconds until blended.
Add ice cubes to the glass, filling it about three-quarters full. Optionally, toss in frozen cranberries.
Pour club soda over the cocktail until full, or use lemon-lime soda or ginger ale for a sweeter finish.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary or extra cranberries. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Choose high-quality gin for the best flavor. Always use freshly squeezed citrus juices for optimal taste. Frozen cranberries can be used instead of ice to keep the drink cold without dilution.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!